Intel Capital Fellowship
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Overview
Intel offers multiple fellowship programs focused on advancing technology education and supporting emerging talent in engineering, computer science, and technology fields. The primary fellowships include the Intel PhD Fellowship and the Intel Encore Career Fellowship. The Intel PhD Fellowship is available to outstanding doctoral students pursuing advanced degrees in relevant fields, providing significant cash awards, mentorship, and access to Intel resources. The Encore Fellowship supported second-career professionals transitioning into technology roles but is currently suspended.
Investment focus
Intel's fellowship programs focus on advancing research in semiconductor technology and high-performance computing. By investing in PhD students and career transitioners, Intel aims to build relationships with future technology leaders and support research aligned with its corporate objectives.
Program details
Designed for Students, Researchers, Operators. Participation is generally part time.
Who it is for
The Intel PhD Fellowship targets outstanding doctoral students in Engineering, Computer Science, Social Science, and related fields. The Encore Fellowship was aimed at second-career professionals seeking to transition into technology roles.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Intel Capital FellowshipAdmissions and application
Select U.S. universities are invited annually to nominate a limited number of student candidates for the Intel PhD Fellowship. Intel does not accept direct applications from individual students or faculty.
Benefits
Participants in the Intel PhD Fellowship receive a cash award, access to Intel architecture equipment, mentorship from Intel technical leaders, and opportunities for research or internships at Intel facilities.
Timeline
The Intel PhD Fellowship is a one-year program, while the Encore Fellowship typically spanned six to twelve months.
How to go about it
- Read what it asks for
Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
- Have something to show
Programs pick people whose work they can already point to. Put yours where it can be found.
- Apply the way the program asks
The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
The Intel PhD Fellowship provides a significant cash award to fellows, while the Encore Fellowship offered a $25,000 stipend for a 1,000-hour commitment.
Questions about this program
Who can apply for the Intel PhD Fellowship?
Outstanding doctoral students nominated by select U.S. universities.
Is the Encore Fellowship still available?
No, it has been suspended effective January 1, 2025.
About Intel Capital
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Investing in the future of compute.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Intel Capital Fellowship
Intel’s undated PhD instructions route applicants through university departments and nomination coordinators.
Source: Intel PhD Fellowship ProvisionsFedcap’s undated Intel Encore description specifies six to twelve months; current sponsorship needs confirmation.
Source: encore fellowships intel – FedcapFedcap’s undated Intel Encore page describes nonprofit work for eligible retirees, a separate offering from PhD research awards.
Source: encore fellowships intel – FedcapCMU’s November 2013 report identifies Anca Dragan as a selected 2013-2014 recipient.
Source: Dragan Selected for Intel PhD FellowshipCMU’s November 2013 report states that 15 U.S. students were selected for 2013-2014.
Source: Dragan Selected for Intel PhD FellowshipMIT’s September 2009 report names four of its doctoral students as Intel PhD award recipients.
Source: Intel PhD fellowship recipients announced | MIT News | Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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